Easy Baked Pork Chop Marsala

This classic style of  Baked Pork Chop Marsala is perfect for a weeknight easy flavorful meal and baking isn't the only way to cook these.


Our recipe can be done with chicken, fish, or even steak with dry marsala wine, garlic, and delicious alternative ingredients, you can have this meal on your table in around 35 minutes.


This dish can be done in a slow cooker, instant pot, stovetop of course baked using all the same ingredients with a few different methods below to change time frames.


We like to use thick center-cut pork chops because these stay nice and juicy no matter which cooking method you chose to use.


This fork-tender pork is terrific bursting with flavors and great served with a side of pasta or rice to sop up this delicious gravy it makes.


If you love the taste of marsala this sauce is so delicious and compliments the pork or any meat it's served with.


We also have omitted the mushrooms from time to time for those not a fan so don't be afraid to adapt this recipe, it's truly versatile


If you are big fans of pork like we are you may also like to try our Pork Lombardy and Best Boston Butt Pork Roast both fabulous pork meals.


Scroll down to get this easily printable recipe!

Step by Step

1. Sear the meat on both sides first
2. Add to the cooking vessel and choose a cooking method
3. Add all the ingredients ( cooking times will vary with the thickness of the meat see below for which method you choose)
4. pork internal temperature should be 145 degrees

This recipe can even be done in an instant pot or slow cooker method, stovetop or baked, just follow the recipe card directions below.

Ingredients You Will Need(scroll down to the printable recipe card for exact measurements)

• pork, chicken, steak, venison, lamb, thick firm fish
• mushrooms
• garlic, minced
• marsala wine
• salt and freshly ground pepper
• thyme
• granulated garlic powder
• finely chopped fresh parsley
•  extra virgin olive oil or butter
• serving suggestions :
• pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, garlic bread

Cooking Methods

Slow Cooker: brown meat with garlic then slow cooker 6 to 8 hours on low 4 to 6 hours on high

Instant Pot: sear the meat first with garlic, add all the ingredients, adding 1 cup of beef broth along with all other ingredients. Set the instant pot to pressure cook for 25 minutes


Stovetop: leave the meat in the pan sears, add all ingredients simmer for around 35 minutes, add more water if dry

Tips

1. simmer on low heat after the meat is browned first
2. use fresh herbs when available
3. use a dry marsala wine that is a good grade not cooking wine(which has salt in it)
4. this dish can be done in a slow cooker (brown the meat then dump everything in it low 6 hours)
5. substitute favorite vegetables like onions or peppers if you're not fond of mushrooms
6. bone-in chops of boneless meats of any kind can be used
7. hearty  thick firm fish like cod can be used instead of meat
8. Pork roast  can be done in the slow-cooker whole also
9. The internal temperature for pork is 145 degrees
10. thinner chops take less time to cook

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 Easy One-Pan Recipe

Whether you bake this Pork Marsala or choose another cooking style always check the internal temperature for best results keeping in mind thinner chops need less time.


You can serve this along with our serving suggestions above.


For those who prefer different meat, adapt this recipe with just about anything just adjust your cooking times!

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Italian, American

Yield: 4

Author: Claudia Lamascolo

Easy Baked Pork Chop Marsala

This baked pork chop marsala recipe is fantastic! This is an easy meal to throw together and our family loves how the meat falls off the bone and so tender

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 35 MinTotal time: 50 Min

Ingredients

• 4 - 1 inch thick center-cut pork chops (steak, chicken, venison, lamb,  (or a 3 to 4-pound pork roast can be used)
• 4 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
• 1/2 cup dry Marsala wine 
• 1 teaspoon each of dried thyme 
• salt, and black pepper to taste
• 2 cups of beef gravy (or substitute canned any cream soup, IE cream of mushroom soup, cream of  chicken)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup of sliced cleaned mushrooms fresh or canned (if using canned rinse them first)
• optional: 1 cup of Italian flavored bread crumbs
• extra virgin olive oil or butter melted
• Optional Garnish: freshly chopped parsley

Instructions

1. In a large frypan add 3 tablespoons of the oil or butter and saute the pork until browned on each side for around 3 minutes add the garlic after you turn the pork saute (do not brown the garlic).
2. Place the browned meat in a large baking pan lined with parchment paper (for easier cleanup).
3. In a medium-size bowl combine the beef gravy or soup, and Worcestershire, add the marsala, salt, and pepper to taste, spices, and mix together.
4. Pour this gravy mixture over the meat, sprinkle with breadcrumbs (if using) then drizzle with olive oil.
5. Bake 35 minutes or until the chops are fork tender (depending on thickness)
6. If meat the juices begin to get too thick add some water.
7. See Notes for other Cooking Methods

Notes:

Cooking Methods

Slow Cooker: brown meat with garlic then slow cooker 6 to 8 hours on low 4 to 6 hours on high

Instant Pot: sear the meat first with garlic, add all the ingredients, adding 1 cup of beef broth along with all other ingredients. Set the instant pot to pressure cook for 25 minutes

Stovetop: leave the meat in the pan after searing, add all ingredients simmer for around 35 minutes, add more water if it starts to dry out

Tips

1. simmer on low heat after the meat is browned first for pan-fried
2. use fresh herbs when available
3. only use a dry marsala wine that is a good grade not cooking wine
4. this dish can be done in a slow cooker (brown the meat then dump everything in it low for 6 hours)
5. substitute favorite vegetables like onions or peppers if you're not a fan of mushrooms
6. bone-in chops of boneless meats of any kind can be used but not recommended bone-in for slow cookers as the bone fragments may shatter
7. hearty thick firm fish like cod or chicken can be used instead of pork
8. you can substitute a whole pork roast with this recipe instead of pork chops
9. the internal temperature should be 145 degrees, thinner chops take less time to cook

Nutrition Facts

Calories

491.39

Fat (grams)

23.44

Sat. Fat (grams)

7.94

Carbs (grams)

45.20

Fiber (grams)

4.34

Net carbs

40.86

Sugar (grams)

8.21

Protein (grams)

24.78

Sodium (milligrams)

2234.77

Cholesterol (grams)

56.08

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Serving Suggestions

• over roasted garlic mashed potatoes
• over twice-baked potatoes
• over rice
• over a favorite pasta
• over Tuscan garlic bread
• over roasted vegetables